Study of a seated male figure (Ecce Homo?) 1660 - 1670

This drawing by Juan Carreño de Miranda, a prominent Spanish artist, depicts a seated male figure. Created between 1660 and 1670, the piece showcases de Miranda's masterful use of red chalk and subtle shading, capturing the form and texture of the subject's body. The drawing's inscription suggests it may be a study for a larger composition, possibly depicting the biblical scene of "Ecce Homo" ("Behold the Man"). This work, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies de Miranda's skill in capturing the human figure, offering insight into his artistic process and the stylistic trends of 17th-century Spanish art.